As two nations with a storied cricketing rivalry go head to head, India tours Sri Lanka this August for a two match Test series which carries real weight in the World Test Championship race. The series begins in Galle on August 15 and moves to Colombo for the final second Test from August 27.
This series means a lot for both teams, who are looking for those points that could make a difference on their road to the WTC Final. It promises to be a test of patience and skill on pitches that are traditionally conducive to spin and reward disciplined batting. This is Test cricket at its most demanding, long days in the field, swinging momentum and passages of play that can define an entire series.
Fans in the United States can stream each session live on Willow TV, via YuppTV. Fans across Europe can watch the same action live on Cricbuzz TV, through YuppTV.
With YuppTV, fans will not miss a single moment of the contest, as they will be able to follow every ball from the opening morning in Galle to the final session in Colombo regardless of where they are watching.
Shubman Gill leads India, Ravindra Jadeja returns for spin and all-round balance, and Kuldeep Yadav is expected to be a key wicket-taker on turning tracks. Sri Lanka will rely on the experience of captain Dhananjaya de Silva, top order anchor Pathum Nissanka and spinner Prabath Jayasuriya to trouble India at home.
Mark this one on your calendars and clear your schedules. Test cricket is a reward for those who turn up for every session and this series looks like it will be worth every minute.
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